Ball and Chain (Social Distortion song)
"Ball and Chain" is a hit song by Social Distortion, a Southern California punk rock band, written by Mike Ness in 1987, featured on their self-titled album, released in 1990, as well as on Live at the Roxy (1998).
"Ball and Chain" | ||||
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Single by Social Distortion | ||||
from the album Social Distortion | ||||
Released | March 27, 1990 | |||
Recorded | 1989 | |||
Genre | Alternative rock, cowpunk, punk blues | |||
Length | 5:44 | |||
Label | Epic | |||
Songwriter(s) | Mike Ness | |||
Producer(s) | Dave Jerden | |||
Social Distortion singles chronology | ||||
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In the words of lead singer/writer Mike Ness, "Ball and Chain" is "a hard luck story,"[1] a forceful cry, a lament, a plea, a "folk prayer."[2] The music video was directed by Tony van den Ende and edited by Scott C. Wilson.
References
- Mike Ness, Introduction to performance of "Ball and Chain", Live at the Roxy
- Mike Ness, Liner Notes, Live at the Roxy
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